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Rave For Women Eau de Parfum bottle Rave For Women EDP
EDP Concentration EDT
F Gender U
- Year 2011
£ Price Tier ££
The Library Collection Opus V Eau de Toilette bottle The Library Collection Opus V EDT

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Rave For Women EDP
A sweet, alluring scent that punches well above its weight class, Rave For Women is a proper crowd-pleaser. This gem manages to be both cozy and intriguing, with many finding it an addictive, comforting go-to.
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Our Verdict - The Library Collection Opus V EDT
A polarising, powerhouse iris that divides opinion like few others. Some adore its boozy, powdery embrace, hailing it as a masterpiece of opulent seduction. Others recoil from perceived synthetic harshness or an overbearing industrial aura. Definitely try before you buy.
Statement

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Rave For Women EDP
The Library Collection Opus V EDT

Notes

Only in The Library Collection Opus V
Orris 50% Rum 50%
Shared Notes
Rose 32% vs 35%
Jasmine 24% vs 27%
Only in Rave For Women
Orris 43%
Only in The Library Collection Opus V
Iris 37%
Only in The Library Collection Opus V
Oud 35% Woody 33% Civet 32%

Accords

Rave For Women The Library Collection Opus V
100%
Iris
100%
85%
Fruity
79%
Powdery
71%
76%
Amber
75%
Earthy
40%
69%
Woody
64%
57%
Sweet
52%
Rose
33%
51%
Leather
Oud
43%
Rum
33%
Musky
25%
Iris shared
100%
100%
85%
Powdery shared
79%
71%
76%
Earthy shared
75%
40%
Woody shared
69%
64%
57%
Rose shared
52%
33%
51%
Oud
43%
Rum
33%
25%

Performance

Rave For Women The Library Collection Opus V
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Rave For Women

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its sweet and warm profile makes it less suited for a formal office setting or sport. However, its alluring and comforting nature, combined with moderate projection, makes it perfect for dates and casual outings, with some finding it appropriate for more formal evenings.

The Library Collection Opus V

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Summer

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its strong projection and longevity, this is best reserved for formal events or date nights where its luxurious character can shine without overwhelming. It's too potent for casual wear or the office, as many reviewers suggest it can be 'choking' if over-sprayed.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
75%
Key Similarities

Both lean iris, powdery, earthy

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Rave For Women EDP
The Library Collection Opus V EDT
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